Your Phone's microphone could soon screen for lung disease
NCT ID NCT07457073
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether an artificial intelligence program can detect chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by analyzing cough sounds recorded on a smartphone. Researchers will collect cough recordings and medical data from 3,000 adults in China, both with and without COPD, to train and validate the AI model. If accurate, this could offer a low-cost, non-invasive screening option for COPD, especially in primary care settings where standard breathing tests are not available.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
artificial intelligence analysis of cough sounds
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a simple, affordable way to screen for COPD using just a smartphone recording, especially in places without access to standard breathing tests.
What could go wrong
The AI model is still being developed and validated, so its accuracy in real-world settings is not yet proven. The study is limited to one region in China, so results may not apply elsewhere.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Sir Run Run shaw Hospital Zhejiang University
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China